Lexus IS C gets the F-Sport treatment
Click above for a high-res gallery of the Lexus IS C F-Sport
In an effort to appeal to its more performance-minded customers, Lexus launched its F-Sport line of accessories at SEMA in 2007. Available for the IS model, the parts ranged from a ceramic brake upgrade to a beefier clutch that could handle 15% more torque. Coinciding with the launch of its IS hard-top convertible, Lexus is also introducing a line of F-Sport accessories available for both the IS250C and IS350C that will be available at the same time the cars hit showroom floors. Parts include 19-inch forged alloy wheels, upgraded brakes, performance suspension system, high-flow air intake, exhaust systems, and more. All of the accessories have been developed by Toyota Racing Development (TRD) and are warrantied for 12-months or for the remainder of the car warranty, whichever comes first. Follow the jump for a full list of F-Sport parts available for the new IS convertible and try to determine out who would buy them in the comments below.
Gallery: Lexus IS C F-Sport
F-Sport 19" Forged Alloy Wheels
This lightweight forged alloy wheel, exclusively designed in a dark graphite finish, includes a staggered fitment with 19" X 8" front wheels and 19" X 9" rear wheels. Recommended tire sizes are 225/35R19 in the front and 255/35R19 in the rear.
F-Sport Front Brake Upgrade
The Front Brake Upgrade provides a firmer pedal feel and improved fade resistance in repeated severe duty use. The Brake features six piston fixed calipers, and drilled cast iron 355mm diameter rotors with a patented internal fin design mounted on anodized aluminum hubs. Braided stainless steel brake lines and low-dust performance brake pads are included and the upgrade can be used with stock or F-Sport upgraded rear brakes.
F-Sport Rear Brake Upgrade
Similar in construction to the F-Sport Front Brake Upgrade, the rear brake upgrade uses four piston fixed calipers and drilled cast iron 345mm diameter rotors. Braided stainless steel brake lines and low-dust performance brake pads are also included. The Rear Brake Upgrade may only be used in conjunction with F-Sport Front Brake Upgrade.
F-Sport Continuous Carbon CeramicTM Brake Upgrade
A new generation of carbon fiber-reinforced ceramic material technology maximizes high-temperature durability and system cooling in this ultimate upgrade for the IS F. Ceramic rotors measure 380mm diameter front and 355mm diameter rear on anodized aluminum hats. They incorporate the same internal cooling vane concepts as the F-Sport cast iron rotors, while significantly reducing unsprung and rotating mass compared to the IS F stock brake system. Distinctively finished six-piston front and four-piston rear fixed calipers signify leading-edge technology and performance. Specially qualified performance brake pads and stainless steel brake lines are included.
F-Sport Exhaust System
This system features all stainless steel construction with fully polished mufflers and double-wall exhaust tips. In addition to an outstanding appearance, it delivers a powerful, sport-tuned exhaust sound.
F-Sport Lowering Spring Set
This feature lowers the vehicle approximately 1" in the front and rear for a more aggressive appearance and a lower center of gravity. The spring set is engineered to deliver lowered ride height without bottoming out or creating a harsh ride. The feature can be used with either the stock or F-Sport shock absorber set.
F-Sport Sway Bar Set
This includes a set of larger diameter, replacement front and rear sway bars that offer reduced body roll and flatter cornering. Urethane mounting brushings are also included to replace the original rubber brushings.
F-Sport Bilstein Shock Absorber Set
Developed in cooperation with Bilstein and available exclusively through the F-Sport Performance Accessory program, this shock absorber set offers sport-tuned suspension dampening without sacrificing ride quality.
F-Sport Clutch
The F-Sport Clutch increases clamping force approximately 15% to handle higher torque capacity and provide improved feel.
F-Sport Quick Shifter
Engineered and machined from billet aluminum, the F-Sport Quick Shifter decreases shift throw by approximately 30% for positive shifting.
F-Sport Rear Chassis Member Brace
To improve chassis stiffness under aggressive driving conditions and provide a more responsive feel during cornering, the F-Sport Rear Chassis Member Brace joins key rear chassis and suspension mounting points through this tubular steel brace.
F-Sport Carbon Fiber Engine Cover
Constructed from real carbon fibers, this very light and durable engine cover provides a high-tech appearance under the hood. This is a direct replacement for the original cover and is only available for the IS 350.
F-Sport Air Intake
This low restriction intake and filter assembly is fully compatible with stock engine controls and is emission legal in all 50 states.
Lexus Genuine Accessory Ground Effects Kit
For a lower, more aggressive appearance, this color-keyed four-piece body kit includes front and rear valences and side skirts.
Lexus Genuine Accessory Rear Spoiler
This rear deck mounted, color-keyed lip-style spoiler provides the finishing touch for the sport-tuned enthusiast.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 4)
jinsei888 7:28PM (5/15/2009)
with that ugly proportion from the rear 3/4, F-sport = Fail-sport
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JDM Life 10:04PM (5/15/2009)
I disagree.
This is a very sexy car.
The third pic is to die for. The profile looks almost perfect from the front back.
The only grape i have is with the rear panel
Jared 10:24PM (5/15/2009)
That car is completely hideous.
inteller 10:45PM (5/15/2009)
X-sport....(where X = F, M, AMG, etc)
for when you can't afford the real thing but want to pose around that you are.
jv2k 2:24AM (5/16/2009)
It does have a decent profile, but that's the only angle it looks good.
dwightB 9:31AM (5/16/2009)
@ jv2k
I think the profile is one of the WORST angles to look at it from. The top is too long IMO. But I guess it's the nature of the beast when you're trying to accommodate rear seat passengers... sadly.
That's why the SC430 roof looked SO much nicer to me. It was short, neat and sleek. None of that looooooong stretched out crap you see above.
Damn "family" vehicles... lol
the vegas style guy 1:32PM (5/16/2009)
They should just called it a Pontiac g6
roadkillrob 4:48PM (5/16/2009)
I am with you - the rear 3/4 is just a total screw up, they just basically could not figure out how to get a folding roof in the trunk without screwing up the lines and basically adding a big hump and incorrectly proportioned rear end.
The 3 series is the standard and blows this away, the G37 is dead gorgeous also and what it lacks compared to the 3 series, it makes up for in price.
This isn't good enough looking to compete with either car and definitely won't be the cheapest option - Toyota needs to go back to the drawing board and figure out the hardtop, or do a soft top so they can fix the lines!
Tom Winch 9:08PM (5/16/2009)
It looks horrible! The BMW 335i & 328i convertibles and the Audi A5/S5 look so much better and most likely drive better also.
R 11:58PM (5/16/2009)
Wow, what happened. I don't remember the IS looking this ugly.
PJ 7:31PM (5/15/2009)
Funny... Inside Line just posted a review of the IS C today, and specifically mentioned that the F-Sport bits only make this non-sporting car "unhappy" and advised against them.
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Rob 7:35PM (5/15/2009)
This doesn't seem like a very manly car, which makes the go-fast parts seem odd to me.
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Taglane 7:36PM (5/15/2009)
Oh Jesus. The car is just too clumsy-looking. like it looks like a baseball cap or something. I understand it's a convie, but still. Make a proper IS coupe and call it a day.
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Sean Flanagan 7:38PM (5/15/2009)
It's still the ugliest and most awkward looking hard top convertible ever made.
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Tomac 7:53PM (5/15/2009)
I don't see the point, but I'm a fan of neither coupes nor convertibles. As good as sedans look these days, I prefer the convenience of four doors (or even better, five). And in this case, the sedan looks better proportioned.
Beats the hell out of the hideous SC 430, though.
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dwightB 9:17AM (5/16/2009)
You like THIS car OVER the SC430?! You must have children... lol
Tomac 8:30AM (5/17/2009)
And if you prefer the SC 430, then you must be retired.
Boss 7:58PM (5/15/2009)
It'll look better with the top down.
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Bill E 8:00PM (5/15/2009)
It looks fine.
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yosh 8:06PM (5/15/2009)
Hyundai Genesis Coupe F-sport? Nice.
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